Driver Dies After Hitting Tree At Greta

A driver has died after crashing into a tree in the state’s Hunter Region today.

About 2pm (Friday 17 April 2026), emergency services were called to Leconfield Road, Greta, following reports of a crash.

Officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District attended and found that a Kia sedan had crashed into a tree while navigating a bend in the road.

The driver – a 19-year-old man – died at the scene.

Forensic officers have attended and will examine the scene of the crash.

A report will be prepared for the information of the coroner.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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